What’s Really Moving This Market? Tariffs, China Chip Blocks, Weak Profits & Rising Yields
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PT9M27SIn this episode, Phil Grande argues that a “plunger team” of top officials and primary dealers engineered a sudden rally after a steep decline, using aggressive buying of stocks and Treasuries that triggered automated trading bots, while also dissecting the impact of political risk, inflation, and a weakening labor market on the broader market. He then highlights the sectors and stocks his group is targeting—gold, copper, chipmakers, and select banks—while emphasizing the importance of mastering both long and short strategies to navigate what he describes as a manipulated market.
PT7M35SIn this update, Phil Grande explains how Micron’s surprise earnings reignited the chip rally amid lingering AI‑bubble concerns, while metals, banks and smart‑money flows remain the market’s true drivers. He warns investors to ignore the hype, follow the money and employ short‑selling as protection as underlying volatility persists.
PT10M26Ssentences.Phil Grande breaks down how the Venezuela turmoil will shake the markets on Monday, predicting that oil price spikes will pressure tech, banks, consumer‑discretionary, travel and leisure stocks while boosting commodities such as gold, copper, silver and defensive sectors like energy, utilities and staples. He also warns that the dollar may briefly rally despite underlying weakness, clarifies the Fed’s liquidity tools versus true money‑supply growth, and advises traders to sell into the anticipated gold‑gap, reset stops, and stay cautious of short‑term dollar moves.
PT34M36SIn this episode, Phil Grande critiques the new economic narrative from the White House, highlighting the misleading claims about consumer resilience and employment numbers. He emphasizes the importance of understanding market dynamics, particularly the reliance on a few tech stocks for market gains, and encourages viewers to learn how to hedge their investments effectively.
PT7MIn this analysis, Phil Grande highlights the precarious state of the stock market, noting that a significant portion of the S&P 500's gains is concentrated in just four major tech stocks: Nvidia, Microsoft, Apple, and Google. He emphasizes the risks of relying on a narrow market breadth and urges viewers to consider short selling as a protective strategy as the market enters a potentially corrective phase.
PT34M13SIn this video, Phil Grande analyzes the economic outlook for 2026 versus 2025, expressing skepticism about claims that 2026 will outperform. He discusses the effects of inflation, wage stagnation, and government spending on the economy, ultimately suggesting that risks remain high for the upcoming year.
PT30M15SIn this episode of The Phil's Gang Podcast, Phil Grandandy passionately critiques the market's prevailing narratives, particularly the misleading claims about strong consumer fundamentals and overhyped tech valuations. He discusses the dangers of investing in inflated stocks like Nvidia and cautions against following the crowd into potentially disastrous financial decisions.
PT6M12SIn this insightful video, Phil Grande discusses the critical difference between strong valuations and strong fundamentals, cautioning viewers against complacency in the face of skyrocketing AI stock prices. Drawing parallels to historical market bubbles, he emphasizes the importance of recognizing the potential disconnect between high valuations and actual cash flow, and advocates for a trader's mindset to navigate these volatile markets.
PT34M22SIn this thought-provoking discussion, Phil Grande emphasizes the pivotal role money market funds play in maintaining the stability of our financial system amidst current economic uncertainties. He delves into the complexities of the market, highlighting the influence of institutional investors and the implications of government fiscal policies on inflation and economic health.
PT34M37SIn this insightful video, Phil Grande dives into the complexities of headfake rallies in the stock market, revealing how Wall Street manipulates market perceptions to create and burst economic bubbles. He emphasizes the importance of understanding market dynamics, as he explains the need for investors to adapt their strategies to safeguard against losses while navigating the deceptive landscape of the financial world.
PT10M28SIn this video, Phil Grande discusses Jerome Powell's recent statements regarding quantitative easing (QE) and how they mislead investors about the true state of the market. He explains the implications of Powell's policies, the dangers of current investments in tech stocks amidst a downward trend, and the importance of having skills to navigate both rising and falling markets.
PT35M8SIn this insightful podcast, Phil Grandandy discusses the Federal Reserve's recent monetary policies, arguing that they may be masking quantitative easing while setting the stage for economic turmoil. He emphasizes the importance of understanding market dynamics and encourages investors to learn strategies that can help them profit in both rising and falling markets.
PT34M37SIn this live session from Phil's Gang, Phil Grande discusses the ongoing stock market turmoil, outlining the implications of rising corporate debt and interest rates, especially in the context of Trump's economic policies. He emphasizes the importance of understanding market dynamics and encourages investors to adopt both buying and short-selling strategies to navigate financial volatility effectively.
PT8M47SIn this video, Phil Grande discusses the significant issues surrounding national debt and deficits, highlighting the impact these factors are having on interest rates and bank reserves. He warns of the potential risks associated with the increasing reliance on short-term Treasury bills and encourages viewers to develop skills in short selling to navigate the volatile market landscape.